GLASSX crystal The glass that stores, heats and cools.
The GLASSX crystal method of functioning GLASSX crystal integrates 4 system components in a functional unit: transparent heat insulation, protection from overheating, energy conversion and thermal staroge. A 3-ply insulating glass construction provides excellent heat insulation with an U-value of less than 0.5 W/m 2 K. A prismatic glass implemented in the space between the panes sun rays with an angle of incidence of more than 40 (in summer, when the sun is high in the sky). On the other hand, the winter sun passes through the sun protection at full intensity. The central element of GLASSX crystalis a heat storage module that receives and stores the solar energy and, after a time, releases it again as pleasant radiant heat. PCM (Phase Change Material) in the form of a salt hydrate is used as the storage material. The heat is stored by melting the PCM; the stored heat is released again when the PCM cools. The salt hydrate is hermetically sealed in polycarbonate containers that are painted grey to improve the absortion efficiency. On the interior side, the element is sealed by 6 mm tmepered safety glass that can be printed with any ceramic silk-screen print. Summer sun high in the sky > 40 Total reflecion of the rays Shallow winter sun < 35 Loss-free passage of the rays
The characteristics of GLASSX crystal Environment Use of renewable solar energy. GLASSX crystal produces clean solar heat for space heating by converting solar radiation into thermal energy. Efficiency GLASSX crystal has high efficiency because line and storage losses do not apply. This system has no threshold losses; energy is input even in case of diffuse solar radiation. Compact system Low element thickness at a good U-value of less than 0.5 W/m 2 K. All the system components - transparent heat insulation, protection from overheating, energy conversion and thermal storage - are intergrated in one element. Maintenance and service life GLASSX crystal contains neither mechanical components nor electronic controls, thus guaranteeing a long, serive-free useful lifetime as well as a high degree of dependability. User friendlyness GLASSX crystal does not require technical know-how during operation, e.g. switching from summer to winter mode. Fast and simple assembly GLASSX crystal can be installes by fassade construcors without specialized knowledge just normal insulating glass. Comfort High surface temperatures (26 C to 28 C) on the inside of the element lead to more room comfort. In winter, the inner side of GLASSX crystal functions as a solar tiled stove, giving off uniform and pleasan radiant heat, which significantly improves the thermal comfort and thus the comfort in the home. Form/ design The freely selectable format of GLASSX crystal permits it to be applied fleibly. The inner side, which can be printed individually, offers a large design latitude for architects and planners.
GLASSX crystal - technical data Glass 1 exterior Gap between panes 1 Glass 2 Gap between panes 2 Glass 3 Gap between panes 3 Glass 4 interior Tempered safety glass Gap between panes with prism plate and inert gas Tempered safety glass with Low-E Gap between panes with inert gas Tempered safety glass with Low-E Gap between panes with PCM-plate clear Floatglas, optional with ceramic screenprint* Element thickness 62-86 mm Thickness tolerance -1/+4 mm Fold width 67-96 mm Weight max. 95 kg/m² Max. surface area 6,0 m² Max. hight 3000 mm Max. width 2000 mm Heat transmission coeccicient (U-value) up to 0,48 W/m²K Light transmission for crystalline PCM 8-28 % (± 3 %) for fluid PCM 12-44 % (± 4 %) Total energy transfer ratio (g-value): vertical direct irradiation for crystalline PCM 33 % (± 4 %) for fluid PCM 37 % (± 4 %) diffuse irradiation 29 % seasonal winter months for crystalline PCM 33 % for fluid PCM 35 % seasonal summer months for crystalline PCM 6 % for fluid PCM 9 % Storage capacity 1185 Wh/m² Storage temperature 26-28 C * completion as safety glass The specifications U-value, light transmission and g-value are certificated by the Fraunhofer Institut für Solare Energiesysteme. 2.1 GLASSX crystal GLASSX crystal - tachnical data www.glassx.ch
GLASSX comfort - technical data Glass 1 exterior Gap between panes 1 Glass 2 Gap between panes 2 Glass 3 Gap between panes 3 Glass 4 interior Tempered safety glass Gap between panes with inert gas Tempered safety glass with Low-E Gap between panes with inert gas Tempered safety glass with Low-E Gap between panes with PCM-plate clear Floatglas, optional with ceramic screenprint* Element thickness 52-72 mm Thickness tolerance -1/+4 mm Fold width 57-82 mm Weight max. 92 kg/m² Max. surface area 6,0 m² Max. hight 3000 mm Max. width 2000 mm Heat transmission coeccicient (U-value) up to 0,48 W/m²K Light transmission for crystalline PCM 8-28 % (± 3 %) for fluid PCM 12-44 % (± 4 %) Total energy transfer ratio (g-value): vertical direct irradiation for crystalline PCM 33 % (± 4 %) for fluid PCM 37 % (± 4 %) Storage capacity 1185 Wh/m² Storage temperature 26-28 C * completion as safety glass The specifications U-value, light transmission and g-value are certificated by the Fraunhofer Institut für Solare Energiesysteme. 2.2 GLASSX comfort GLASSX comfort - tachnical data www.glassx.ch
GLASSX prism - technical data Glass 1 exterior Gap between panes 1 Glass 2 Gap between panes 2 Glass 3 interior Tempered safety glass Gap between panes with prism plate and inert gas Tempered safety glass with Low-E Gap between panes with inert gas Tempered safety glass with Low-E optional with ceramic screenprint Element thickness 32-54 mm Thickness tolerance -1/+4 mm Fold width 37-63 mm Weight max. 54 kg/m² Max. surface area 6,0 m² Max. hight 3000 mm Max. width 2000 mm Heat transmission coeccicient (U-value) up to 0,48 W/m²K Light transmission up to 54 % Total energy transfer ratio (g-value): vertical direct irradiation 44 % (± 5 %) diffuse irradiation 29 % seasonal winter months 41 % seasonal summer months 12 % The specifications U-value, light transmission and g-value are certificated by the Fraunhofer Institut für Solare Energiesysteme. 2.3 GLASSX prism GLASSX prism - tachnical data www.glassx.ch
GLASSX store - technical data Glass 1 Gap between panes 1 Glass 2 Tempered safety glass Gap between panes with PCM-plate Tempered safety glass optional with ceramic screenprint Element thickness 34-38 mm Thickness tolerance -1/+4 mm Fold width 33-40 mm Weight max. 58 kg/m² Max. surface area 6,0 m² Max. hight 3000 mm Max. width 2000 mm Light transmission for crystalline PCM 0-38 % (± 3 %) for fluid PCM 4-55 % (± 3 %) Total energy transfer ratio (g-value): vertical direct irradiation for crystalline PCM 33 % (± 4 %) for fluid PCM 37 % (± 4 %) Storage capacity 1185 Wh/m² Storage temperature 26-28 C For interior use The specification light transmission is certificated by the Fraunhofer Institut für Solare Energiesysteme. 2.4 GLASSX store GLASSX store - tachnical data www.glassx.ch
Referenz GlassX prism Raumseitiges Glas mi Siebdruck Ätzton N7 Wohn - und Verwaltungsgebäude, Berlin Architekt: C.Fischer, Innenarchitekten, 2006 copyright 2007FlorianKleinefenn copyright 2007FlorianKleinefenn
Referenz GlassX prism Raumseitiges Glas mi Siebdruck Ätzton copyright 2007FlorianKleinefenn N7 Wohn - und Verwaltungsgebäude, Berlin Architekt: C.Fischer, Innenarchitekten, 2006 copyright 2007FlorianKleinefenn
Referenz GlassX crystal Hochtransparentes PCM Gläser ohne Siebdruck Marché international support Office, Kemptthal Nullenergieprojekt, Schweizer Solarpreis 2007 Architekt: Beat Kämpfen, Zürich 2007
Referenz GlassX crystal Hochtransparentes PCM Gläser ohne Siebdruck Marché international support Office, Kemptthal Nullenergieprojekt, Schweizer Solarpreis 2007 Architekt: Beat Kämpfen, Zürich 2007
Referenz GlassX crystal Anthrazit eingefärbte PCM - Behälter Raumseitiges Glas mit Siebdruck weiss Alterswohnen Domat/Ems Detailpreis 2007 Architekt: GlassX architecture, Zürich 2004
Referenz GlassX crystal Grau eingefärbte PCM - Behälter Raumseitiges Glas mit Siebdruck Ätzton Minergie-P Wohnüberbauung Im Bächli, Teufen I Architekt: GlassX architecture, Zürich 2007
Referenz GlassX crystal Anthrazit eingefärbte PCM - Behälter Raumseitiges Glas mit Siebdruck weiss Eulachhof, Oberwinterthur Nullenergiesiedlung, Schweizer Solarpreis 2007 Architekt: GlassX architecture, Zürich 2007
Referenz GlassX crystal Anthrazit eingefärbte PCM - Behälter Raumseitiges Glas mit Siebdruck weiss Eulachhof, Oberwinterthur Nullenergiesiedlung, Schweizer Solarpreis 2007 Architekt: GlassX architecture, Zürich 2007
Referenz GlassX crystal Forschungsprojekt PCM und Prismenglas PCM aus Paraffinen Solarhaus III, Ebnat Kappel Forschungsauftrag BFE: PCM - und Prismenglas Architekt: Dietrich Schwarz, 2000 Schweizer Solarpreis 2001
Referenz GlassX comfort hochtransparentes PCM Raumseitiges Glas ohne Siebdruck The House That Kevin Built Channel 4, ExCel, London Building Research Establishment, Watford, UK Architekt: bbm sustainable design East Sussex, 2008
www.glassx.ch Visit our Website. Take your time looking at our list of references and see how not only the functions, but also the aesthetics, prove our points. 2005, GlassX AG Subject to technical modifications without notice. GLASSX crystal is a registered trademark of GlassX AG Redaktion: GlassX AG Design: peyerbeer.ch Fotos: Gaston Wicky